1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Ranger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |